theminiguru Posted February 1, 2015 Share Posted February 1, 2015 (edited) Recently I purchased this mk3 Gi after seeing it for sale on eBay/ukso.I was looking to buy another car to use as a daily but also a car which the misses could use (which is cheap to insure) once she passes her driving test. This came up whilst randomly searching for cars and as soon as she set her eyes on it (being a fan of the mk3 gt) she said we have to buy it! So.... we did lol.The car has been owned by the same elderly lady since imported in 2000 before it was picked up from the family I purchased from which buy and sell cars.It is 100% original and has a couple of nice optional extras such as wind deflectors, 5 piece mat set and a parking pole. The body work is very straight but it has suffered a couple of knocks to the front and rear bumpers as well as a scuff on the passenger door. (Nothing a little paint won't cure)the interior is mint considering the age but could do with a good clean. Other than the damage, the paintwork is good but I don't think it was cleaned often as it's a little tacky.As some of you may know I'm quite meticulous about my cars so all the worn, corroded or damaged items are being fixed or replaced.The overall plan for the car is to keep it 100% oem with a few optional extras Edited February 2, 2015 by theminiguru Quote Link to post Share on other sites
JoJo_228 Posted February 1, 2015 Share Posted February 1, 2015 Love this car!Looking forward to seeing her at shows.. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
theminiguru Posted February 1, 2015 Author Share Posted February 1, 2015 The plan is to have it ready for jae fingers crossed Quote Link to post Share on other sites
theminiguru Posted February 1, 2015 Author Share Posted February 1, 2015 (edited) The hub caps looked a little sorry for themselves so I flatted them back with a scotch pad and sprayed them up. Edited February 11, 2015 by theminiguru Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Socks Posted February 1, 2015 Share Posted February 1, 2015 Loving the caps also love the Gi badge in the grill Parking Pole work? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
theminiguru Posted February 1, 2015 Author Share Posted February 1, 2015 It all works other than the light so need to try and figure out what's up with it. Common fault apparently Matt? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Starlet__SR Posted February 1, 2015 Share Posted February 1, 2015 Looking forward to the progress on this. Was tempted to buy this rather than the Cynos.Day Quote Link to post Share on other sites
theminiguru Posted February 1, 2015 Author Share Posted February 1, 2015 On 2/1/2015 at 12:05 PM, Starlet__SR said: Looking forward to the progress on this. Was tempted to buy this rather than the Cynos.Daythe car needs all the belts, pumps, filters and fluids replaced as there's no history which is a shame but will be worth it in the end Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Starlet__SR Posted February 1, 2015 Share Posted February 1, 2015 On 2/1/2015 at 12:14 PM, theminiguru said: the car needs all the belts, pumps, filters and fluids replaced as there's no history which is a shame but will be worth it in the end Same with the Cynos matey, bit of a rare find but it needs alot of TLC to get it where I want it. And the autobox needs to go lol.Day Quote Link to post Share on other sites
theminiguru Posted February 1, 2015 Author Share Posted February 1, 2015 On 2/1/2015 at 12:17 PM, Starlet__SR said: Same with the Cynos matey, bit of a rare find but it needs alot of TLC to get it where I want it. And the autobox needs to go lol.Daysame as the gi buddy. Nice car but needs so much work to get to a standard where I'm happy with it Quote Link to post Share on other sites
theminiguru Posted February 1, 2015 Author Share Posted February 1, 2015 (edited) Had these parts sand blasted, treated and painted. Edited February 1, 2015 by theminiguru Quote Link to post Share on other sites
jonnygt Posted February 1, 2015 Share Posted February 1, 2015 Gunna be a one to watch this!! I want to see it at shows very soon! N/A ftw ;) Love it Quote Link to post Share on other sites
theminiguru Posted February 2, 2015 Author Share Posted February 2, 2015 On 2/1/2015 at 10:40 PM, jonnygt said: Gunna be a one to watch this!! I want to see it at shows very soon!N/A ftw ;)Love it thanks john. hoping to have it done for Jae so keep your eyes peeled Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Matt1878 Posted February 2, 2015 Share Posted February 2, 2015 Great work as always Sam. The attention to detail you have is fantastic Quote Link to post Share on other sites
theminiguru Posted February 2, 2015 Author Share Posted February 2, 2015 On 2/2/2015 at 7:44 AM, Matt1878 said: Great work as always Sam. The attention to detail you have is fantastic appreciated Matt Quote Link to post Share on other sites
theminiguru Posted February 2, 2015 Author Share Posted February 2, 2015 (edited) Managed to source these rare optional starlet alloys from Fiddlersport in Manchester last weekend. extremely nice guy and very informative about starlets They do require a refurb but once complete they will look amazing on the car! Edited February 11, 2015 by theminiguru Quote Link to post Share on other sites
daniel_g Posted February 2, 2015 Share Posted February 2, 2015 OEM MK1 wheels. Not many of these left, should look sweet on the Gi Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mikey4410 Posted February 2, 2015 Share Posted February 2, 2015 Very nice and quite a rare model , its wicked ure keeping it stock. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Gainzy Posted February 2, 2015 Share Posted February 2, 2015 Looks very clean good purchase keep it up Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Dale SR Posted February 2, 2015 Share Posted February 2, 2015 Love this car glad its gone to a good home. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
theminiguru Posted February 2, 2015 Author Share Posted February 2, 2015 thanks guys. its so good to here such positive feedback already. hopefully it will reach all your expectations once complete and i'm sure it will remain a part of the ukso family for a very long time Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ro55ifumi Posted February 2, 2015 Share Posted February 2, 2015 Will be a stunner i'm sure John Quote Link to post Share on other sites
theminiguru Posted February 2, 2015 Author Share Posted February 2, 2015 On 2/2/2015 at 5:44 PM, ro55ifumi said: Will be a stunner i'm sure JohnThanks John Quote Link to post Share on other sites
theminiguru Posted February 2, 2015 Author Share Posted February 2, 2015 Removed the wiper arms as a little corrosion was starting to appear. Whilst removing the rear I found that the cap was damaged and glued on so I found a replacement Quote Link to post Share on other sites
jonnygt Posted February 3, 2015 Share Posted February 3, 2015 Them mk1 wheels are gunna look sweeeet Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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